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Dell unveils new Pro Max AI PC & innovations for data centres

Tue, 20th May 2025
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Dell launches Pro Max AI PC, the world's first mobile workstation with enterprise-grade discrete NPU, supporting advanced on-device AI inferencing.
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Getac unveils rugged Copilot+ PC with AI for critical sectors

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Getac will debut the B360 Plus, the world's first fully rugged Copilot+ PC, at its 2025 Innovation Day, showcasing AI's role in tough industry computing.
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It's the end of passwords as we know it

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Passwords are fading as biometrics, like fingerprints and facial recognition, emerge as Australia's secure, hassle-free future for digital access.
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Semiconductor materials market set to reach USD $119.8 billion

Thu, 1st May 2025
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The electronics and semiconductor materials market is set to more than double from USD $58.0bn in 2023 to USD $119.8bn by 2034, driven by tech advances and digitisation.
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Spirent automates Wi-Fi device testing with Octobox suite

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Spirent launches Octobox STA Automation Package to slash Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 device test times by up to 70%, boosting throughput and multi-device testing efficiency.
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X-PHY unveils real-time on-device deepfake detection tool

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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data protection
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X-PHY launches on-device deepfake detector, promising up to 90% accuracy to identify AI-generated media without internet connectivity.
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Lenovo unveils new ThinkPads for AI-powered hybrid working

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Lenovo unveils refreshed ThinkPad range, featuring AI-powered mobile workstations and business laptops starting at EUR €1069, tailored for hybrid professionals.
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Veeam highlights ESG progress in first global sustainability report

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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clean technologies
Veeam launches its first ESG report, revealing efforts in e-waste recycling, green buildings, emissions cuts, and community engagement worldwide.
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Cyber security must focus on root causes, not just tools

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Former hacker Greg van der Gaast warns of rising cyber threats, urging firms to tackle security risks holistically rather than relying on tools alone.
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Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.
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Alibaba Cloud unveils Qwen2.5-Omni-7B multimodal AI model

Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Alibaba Cloud has unveiled the Qwen2.5-Omni-7B, a new multimodal AI model capable of processing various media types in real time, aimed at enhancing edge devices.
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AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 Processor: Breakthrough AI Performance in Thin and Light

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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AMD has launched the Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 processor, offering unprecedented performance for AI applications in thin and light laptops, outpacing competitors significantly.
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Dell unveils expanded AI solutions in NVIDIA partnership

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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network infrastructure
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nvidia
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data management
Dell Technologies has unveiled updates to its Dell AI Factory in partnership with NVIDIA, launching new solutions to accelerate AI adoption and integration.
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NVIDIA unveils RTX PRO Blackwell GPUs for AI & design

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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NVIDIA has unveiled its RTX PRO Blackwell series of GPUs, promising enhanced performance across industries such as AI and design, with significant boosts in productivity.
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Getac unveils next-gen rugged laptops for key sectors

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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tablets
Getac has unveiled its latest B360 and B360 Pro rugged laptops, designed for professionals in public safety, utilities, and defence, featuring advanced Edge AI capabilities.
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Alibaba Cloud open sources AI models for video creation

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Alibaba Cloud has unveiled four open-sourced AI models from its Wan2.1 series for video generation, enhancing accessibility for researchers and developers.
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Mirantis unveils Rockoon to simplify OpenStack on Kubernetes

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Mirantis has unveiled Rockoon, an open-source toolset aimed at simplifying OpenStack management on Kubernetes amidst rising interest following Broadcom's VMware acquisition.
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HP study reveals rise in nation-state attacks on supply chains

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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supply chain
HP Wolf Security's latest study reveals a sharp rise in nation-state attacks on hardware supply chains, with 19% of firms falling victim and future threats expected to increase.
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Wi-Fi chipset market poised to hit $34.5bn by 2033 with 4.4% CAGR

Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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Rising adoption of IoT devices, smart home appliances and widespread internet connectivity is set to push the Wi-Fi chipset market value beyond expectations.
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Healthcare sector proves vulnerable to data breaches

Fri, 30th Jun 2023
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cybersecurity
SOTI research reveals how large numbers of devices in the healthcare sector are not managed by IT departments leaving company systems vulnerable.